Description
It is an integrated five-year study programme leading to an Integrated Master's level diploma and provides comprehensive theoretical, artistic, technological, and scientific education in architecture. The curriculum covers architectural design, building technology, structural science, history and theory of architecture, conservation and restoration of architectural heritage, urban and regional planning, landscape and interior design, while integrating contemporary digital technologies and interdisciplinary approaches. The programme prepares graduates to design, study, supervise, and manage projects related to the built environment in accordance with contemporary scientific, technical, and societal requirements.
Relation to Employment
Graduates obtain the professional rights provided by Greek legislation after completing the procedures required by the Technical Chamber of Greece and may work in architectural design, construction supervision, conservation and restoration of monuments, urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, interior architecture, public administration, education, and research.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations.
Knowledge
• Graduates possess comprehensive knowledge of architectural theory, the history and theories of architecture, and related arts, technologies and human sciences.
• They understand the relationship between people, architectural works and the environment, as well as the need to integrate buildings and spaces harmoniously into the human and natural environment.
• They possess knowledge of urban planning, design methods and building design, as well as the structural, building-physics, technical and regulatory requirements associated with building design.
• They understand the professional, social and economic aspects of architectural practice and the processes involved in the implementation of building projects.
Skills
• They create architectural designs that meet both aesthetic and technical requirements.
• They apply appropriate methods for investigating and preparing building design projects and respond to users' needs while taking account of financial constraints and building regulations.
• They apply technical design skills to create buildings that meet requirements for internal comfort, climatic protection and sustainable development.
Competences
• They integrate theoretical, aesthetic, technical, social and environmental considerations in addressing complex architectural design issues.
• They identify the needs of users and society and incorporate them into the design of the built environment.
• They respond to the professional requirements of architectural practice, taking into account social factors, regulatory requirements and the processes involved in implementing building projects.